Im sure this is a long shot, but does anyone have a impeller laying around that they are not using? Im looking to have one made in metal and need one to replicate.
Im sure this is a long shot, but does anyone have a impeller laying around that they are not using? Im looking to have one made in metal and need one to replicate.
Steven Vaccaro
Where Racing on a Budget is a Reality!
I posted a link to this request in the River Jet thread on RCG in the hope that someone squirreled away a spare before they all disappeared.
Vac-U-Tug Jr (13mph)
This is awesome news.
Just curious, how much will a metal impeller cost???
Either way it will be well worth it. Count me in.
Current boats
Aquacraft Cajun Commander, Aquacraft Mini Alligator Tours - brushless, ProBoat Blackjack 9, ProBoat Impulse 9, ProBoat Recoil 17, ProBoat Blackjack 24, ProBoat Shockwave 26 BL V3
We are waiting on Proboat to figure out whats going on. its a large investment, so until they are being made again, we have to wait.
Steven Vaccaro
Where Racing on a Budget is a Reality!
Steve, out of simple business curiosity, what kind of quantity do you have to commit to upfront to make the price point and investment feasible?
Vac-U-Tug Jr (13mph)
Wow, that's a good price. Much better than I thought since a replacement impeller for the Streamline RC Thrasher XT retails for about $79.00. I thought these would be about the same.
Compared to $16.99 for a stock plastic impeller, this is a heck of a deal. Put my name on one if you go ahead with these.
Current boats
Aquacraft Cajun Commander, Aquacraft Mini Alligator Tours - brushless, ProBoat Blackjack 9, ProBoat Impulse 9, ProBoat Recoil 17, ProBoat Blackjack 24, ProBoat Shockwave 26 BL V3
Current boats
Aquacraft Cajun Commander, Aquacraft Mini Alligator Tours - brushless, ProBoat Blackjack 9, ProBoat Impulse 9, ProBoat Recoil 17, ProBoat Blackjack 24, ProBoat Shockwave 26 BL V3
How much for smaller run, there's more than a few with little more than a pretty paper weight right now now.
Last edited by Davidriverrunner; 05-12-2017 at 08:32 AM.
Thats just an idea/estimate on cost, since I was asked. Its not set in stone. I have yet to get a mold cost and factor in how many boats will be made and spread the cost over that amount. But it wont be $79.00. Thats nuts.
Steven Vaccaro
Where Racing on a Budget is a Reality!
Ok, thanks steve. Well ill keep my fingers crossed. But not gonna hold my breath for anytime soon then. Looks like i picked the wrong boat as a first RC. Ending up with 600$ in paperweights.
I guess I'm late to the party. I've read about a few issues with the motor magnets breaking loose, but not much else. I brought my River Jet home about a month ago, but haven't had a chance to run it yet. At this point, I'm wondering if it's worth trying to return the boat.
Its a blast to run in rivers, jumping waves. It does have a few issues that need to be sorted out. The pump unit is a pain to grease, should mod a grease port for ease of maintence. I had the choice and kept mine its worth the work IMO.
Any word on when these might be available???
Current boats
Aquacraft Cajun Commander, Aquacraft Mini Alligator Tours - brushless, ProBoat Blackjack 9, ProBoat Impulse 9, ProBoat Recoil 17, ProBoat Blackjack 24, ProBoat Shockwave 26 BL V3
We are waiting on a release of the boat.
Steven Vaccaro
Where Racing on a Budget is a Reality!
Any update on this??
We are waiting on a release of the boat. As far as I know, its still not released. But I may have missed it?
Steven Vaccaro
Where Racing on a Budget is a Reality!
It was released.. I have one.. but recalled they are fixing issues now
Unfortunately until they make more, it doesn't make sense to invest in that many.
Steven Vaccaro
Where Racing on a Budget is a Reality!
Saw a facebook post from Proboat, looks like the updated boats are in stock.
https://www.horizonhobby.com/river-j...--rtr-prb08025
Yep. The new release are out there and I got mine. Beat on it a few weekends in a row and it's doing fine. I added a grease port for trouble free maintenance and added a Modified R/C grate to the intake. The boat is a lot of fun, but does need the nozzle necked down for more predictable control. Just my 2C
Rick
I have a 3D printed nozzle on my boat and it definitely helps make the steering more precise. Here is where I got the file
https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/show...&postcount=137
You can save this file to your PC and upload it to Shapeways if you don't have or know anyone with a 3D printer and they will produce this for you in your choice of material. I chose the strong and flexible plastic. Mine was only about 8 bucks. New users can sign up for an account and get free shipping on their first order.
Current boats
Aquacraft Cajun Commander, Aquacraft Mini Alligator Tours - brushless, ProBoat Blackjack 9, ProBoat Impulse 9, ProBoat Recoil 17, ProBoat Blackjack 24, ProBoat Shockwave 26 BL V3
Steve, any update on this? Would love a metal impeller.
Did these impellers get made?
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